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Volcanic eruption in Iceland: a crack in the ground 4 kilometers long

After a week-long series of earthquakes, a volcano erupted late Monday on the Reykjanes Peninsula in Iceland. This was reported by the Icelandic Meteorological Office. The eruption began north of the town of Grindavik shortly after 10 pm (local time), the institute warned on its home page on Tuesday evening.

A volcanic eruption in Iceland is becoming increasingly likely

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Volcano Etna spews glowing lava into the sky

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On December 18, a volcano erupted in Iceland.

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As a result of the eruption, a crack four kilometers long appeared in the ground.

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Civil defense declared a state of emergency.

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Source: Reuters / CH Media Video Unit / Ramona De Cesaris

Source: A volcanic eruption in Iceland is becoming increasingly likely / Video from November 17, 2023 / Reuters / CH Media Video Unit / Katja Hug

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